Background for harpy

harpy

/ˈhɑːpi/ /ˈhɑɹpi/

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noun

A fabulous winged monster, ravenous and filthy, having the face of a woman and the body of a vulture.

Examples :

"Although she was just a drawing in the old book, the harpy with its woman's face and vulture body was still terrifying. "

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noun

A shrewish woman.

Examples :

"My neighbor yelled at the kids playing in the street; everyone calls her a harpy. "

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noun

One who is rapacious or ravenous; an extortioner.

Examples :

"The landlord was a real harpy, demanding rent even when the building's roof leaked constantly. "

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noun

The European moor buzzard or marsh harrier (Circus aeruginosus).

Examples :

"The birdwatcher excitedly pointed out a harpy soaring over the reedy marsh. "

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A large and powerful double-crested, short-winged American eagle (Harpia harpyja).

Examples :

"The wildlife documentary showed a harpy soaring through the rainforest canopy, its impressive size and powerful talons clearly visible. "

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